Day trip from Kampala to Gulu
Gulu lies 275 km (171 mi) north of Kampala, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 275 km (171 mi) apart, Gulu is a realistic day trip from Kampala: about 4 h 29 min each way by road.
| Kampala | Gulu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Uganda | Uganda |
| Population | 1.7 million | 177,400 |
| Elevation | 1,223 m (4,012 ft) | 1,104 m (3,622 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Gulu
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Staying in Gulu
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Common questions
How far is Gulu from Kampala?
275 km (171 mi) in a straight line, north of Kampala; by road roughly 336 km (209 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kampala to Gulu by road?
About 4 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kampala and Gulu?
No, both are on Africa/Kampala at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.